OpenFieldScottish Parliament Higher Education Inquiry Research Practicum
Three-month placement with the Education, Children and Young People Committee preparing evidence briefs on international tuition fee frameworks and student housing.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled postgraduate student in politics, economics, or social policy.
- English language proficiency
- English.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Policy briefing paper and CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Academic reference.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- £1,400 monthly living bursary based at Holyrood Parliament offices
- Application fee
- £0
- Tuition / joining costs
- £0
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- June 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Universities Scotland documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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